SkypeA presentation created by David C.

What is Skype?Skype is a program where you can…

Call people-either by Skype call or by phoneVideo Call and ChatSend messagesShare files (e.g. photos, music, documents)

Skype is useful for contacting…Family membersFriendsAnybody else you are interested in calling!

Downloading & Installing Skype1. Go to www.skype.com/en/download-skype/

in your web browser2. On the web page, select the device

(computer, mobile phone, etc.) that you want to install Skype on.

Downloading & Installing Skype 3. Scroll down the page to find the version of

Skype that applies to your specific device.4. Click the green download button if you are

installing on a computer. If you are installing on a mobile device, then

there will be a button to get the app. Other devices will have their own links.

Downloading & Installing Skype5. When you click the button, Skype setup will

download automatically. If it doesn’t download, click the “try again” link on the webpage to attempt the download again.

6. Locate the setup file on your computer and open it to begin the setup process.

7. Follow the on-screen instructions to install Skype.

Using Skype- Skype AccountIn order to use Skype, you need a Skype

account. You can sign up for free by going to https://login.skype.com/account/signup-form and filling out their form and following their instructions.

Once you have a Skype account, you can sign into Skype and use it!

Using Skype- Adding ContactsTo add contacts, go to the bar at the top of

the window/screen and click Contacts, then go to Add Contacts and you should get two options:Search Skype Directory. This will show you a

search box where you can find someone by their name, Skype Name, or email.

Save a Phone Number. Clicking this allows you to add someone’s phone number, like an address book.

Using Skype - Calling Phones1. Click on the Call Phones( ) icon. A dial pad

should open up.2. Enter the number you wish to call, and switch

the nationality (flag) if the phone is in another country.

3. Press the green call button underneath the dial pad to begin the call.

Rates are $1.90 a minute, or a $2.99/month subscription. For more information on pricing, visit www.skype.com/en/rates/

You cannot use Skype for emergency calls(like 911) and it is not a replacement for your phone.

Using Skype- Video Calling 1. From your contacts list, click on the person

you wish to video call.2. Click on the green button that says Video

Call to start the call. Video calls are free as long as they are with a

mutual contact.

Using Skype- Sending MessagesYou can send a message by clicking on one of

your contacts and typing in the message box. They can be sent when the person is offline, or

online, like a chat.You can send an SMS(text) to a contact if you

have their mobile number. All messaging rates apply to who you’re messaging.

Using Skype- Sharing FilesIf there’s a file you want to share with

someone, you can click on their contact and then press the “+” button. From there, you can select the option to “Send file…” and send them a file of your choice.Depending on the size of the file, it may take

longer for the recipient to download the file.

Any Questions?